JACQUELINE CORRIEA ALWAYS had an attraction to the casino industry, wanting to be in the middle of high stakes and fast play as cards and chips get shifted across tables. Now, Corriea is entrenched in that ­action at Bally’s Twin River Lincoln Casino Resort after learning the trade at the ­Community College of Rhode Island’s Casino Training Academy, part of Bally’s Corp.’s $5 million ongoing partnership to build the local gaming workforce. Corriea hopes the opportunity can lead to a long-term career in gaming.

What made you choose casino gaming/table games as a profession? I was looking for something new that offered stability and room to grow. I’ve always liked the casino business. It’s a job where you can develop a real skill and there’s a clear path for advancement if you work hard. I

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